- 3148
A FINE PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE 'DRAGON' SAUCER DISHES SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD OF DAOGUANG
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 HKD
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Description
each with shallow rounded sides rising from a short straight foot to an everted rim, painted in shaded tones of cobalt, the interior with a central medallion enclosing an en face five-clawed dragon writhing among flames reaching for a 'flaming pearl', with open jaws, bulging eyes, and powerful limbs, within a double-line border repeated at the rim, the exterior decorated in underglaze blue with two similar dragons striding in pursuit of a 'flaming pearl', the base inscribed with a six-character seal mark
Condition
Both dishes are in very good condition with only a few specks of minute kiln grit on the interior.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."